Previous terms continue: In accordance with 5 CFR 1320, this information collection is approved for grading and verification programs (QVSP) currently in existence. In the next submission to OMB, the agency should list all programs for which the forms will be used. If USDA develops additional verification programs, they should seek approval through the processes described in 5 CFR 1320.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
11/30/2014
36 Months From Approved
12/31/2011
5,998
0
6,226
1,330
0
1,352
0
0
0
The application meat grading, certification and QSVP services authorizes USDA employees to perform such services in requesting establishments. The information contained on the applications also serve as a legal agreement between parties.
Since the last submission, there has been a decrease of -22 burden hours due to the decrease in applications for grading or verification services. Applicants requesting voluntary grading, certification, and audit based services need only complete Form LS-313 and LS-315 once, initiating and indefinite lifetime contract with USDA. Many applicants have previously filled out these forms, thus only need to call in their scheduling request.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.